Head of Estates

Seymour John; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary Head of Estates to lead transformative change in healthcare facilities management. This role offers the chance to influence the future of healthcare environments, ensuring excellence in compliance, governance, and service quality. As a leader, you will inspire a high-performing team and develop innovative strategies to enhance patient care. Join a supportive culture that values your contributions and directly impacts the well-being of communities. If you are ready to make a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Supportive culture

Professional growth opportunities

Impact on community health

Qualifications

• Proven senior management experience in estates management within healthcare.
• Degree or HNC/HND in an engineering discipline required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic and operational management of estates and engineering services.
• Lead procurement, design, and management of building projects.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Management

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Innovation

Education

Degree in Engineering

Chartered Professional Registration

Job description

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Location: Blackpool and the Fylde Coast Region

Are you ready to lead with impact, inspire change, and shape the future of healthcare estates management? At Atlas, we’re passionate about creating exceptional environments that support the NHS and its patients. We’re seeking an innovative and driven Head of Estates to join our growing team and play a pivotal role in transforming healthcare facilities across our locations.

Who We Are

Founded in 2017, Atlas BFW Management Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We specialise in providing comprehensive healthcare facilities services, including:

• Estates and capital projects
• Facilities management

Our profits are reinvested to grow our services and enhance the care we deliver to our clients. Our unwavering commitment to supporting front-line clinical services has reinforced our mission to create safe, efficient, and patient-centric environments. As an independent company grounded in NHS core values of ethics, honesty, and integrity, we’re uniquely positioned to innovate and lead in our sector.

Your Role

As our new Head of Estates, you will be at the forefront of leading change, inspiring a high-performing team, and shaping the future of our estates services. Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will ensure Atlas delivers excellence in statutory compliance, governance, financial performance, and service quality.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the strategic and operational management of complex estates and engineering services across acute and community locations.
• Deliver exceptional, customer-focused building and engineering solutions through in-house teams and trusted external partners.
• Shape the future of estates services at Atlas by developing forward-thinking strategies and fostering innovation.
• Lead the procurement, design, and management of minor building and engineering projects, ensuring full compliance with health and safety guidelines, industry legislation, and NHS standards.
• Implement a robust Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) program to ensure operational excellence.
• Act as the lead officer for statutory compliance, safeguarding Atlas and its clients with world-class governance.

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for a visionary leader with:

• A degree or HNC/HND in an engineering discipline (e.g., building services, electrical, or mechanical engineering), and ideally Chartered professional registration/accreditation in relevant discipline (RIBA, CIOB, RICS, CIBSE, etc.)
• Proven senior management experience in estates management, ideally within healthcare or a similar environment.
• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style with a track record of driving meaningful change and delivering results.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and partners.
• A proactive approach to innovation, problem-solving, and service transformation.

Why Join Us?

At Atlas, we’re more than a service provider—we’re a catalyst for positive change in healthcare environments. You’ll enjoy:

• The opportunity to shape the future of healthcare estates management.
• A supportive culture that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.
• The satisfaction of knowing your work directly impacts the health and well-being of patients and communities.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career? Send your CV and a covering letter to Jonathan Phillips at [e-mail]. For an informal conversation about the role, contact Jonathan on 07817 988490 or visit our recruitment microsite at www.atlasopportunities.co.uk

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Full-time

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting